LIN POV
"Do you think that my character is sterner here? You know like he is mad?" I was sitting on the floor and Dad was on the couch we were both looking over our lines. We had them memorized but we wanted to make sure that the emotion behind the lines where there so we did not sound like robots.
Zen: "I think so. Why don't you ask the director he always has good ideas when it comes to characters." I put down my script and lean back.
"I can't believe the performance is in two days" Dad smiles
Zen: "I know I am so excited. You are going to do great I can fell it!" I smile at dad but then turn my head and put my hand on my head.
"Yea although you don't think this will affect my learning do you?" Dad slides down to the floor with me.
Zen: "Lin you are graduating high school this year and as far as I am concerned from this point on you can do whatever you like. I just want you to be happy."
"I am happy but don't you want me to go to college or university?"
Zen: "It is all up to you. If you feel like you need to then you can but if you don't want to then I will support that."
"Okay." We finish practicing and head over to dress rehearsal both me and dad are in costume along with everyone else. The musical was centered around my character and the struggle through high school to some people it may seem boring but it has deep topics that really brings out the story.
Director: "Lin can I see you a moment?" I walk over to the director
"Yes?"
Director: "Don't look so scared it is nothing bad." I sigh of relief.
"Sorry, somtimes you seem so scary." The director laughs
Director: "Yea I tend to have that effect on people. I just wanted to congratulate you. A high school student working both in a choir and in a Broadway musical. That takes skill and organization. You are talented Lin I want you to know that." I smile at the director. "I want you to be in future plays so look forward to that." We walk's back to his chair and dad walks behind me.
Zen: "Did he congratulate you?" I look up at dad
"How did you know?" He shrugs
Zen: "He always puts on a face that after a while with working with him you know that is the face of pride. He really likes you. Reminds me of when I first met him."
"Oh, yea you started acting when you were my age right?"
Zen: "Yes I did. I think he sees you like he saw me." Dad looks at me and smiles "I really am so proud of you Lin. You are working so hard."
"Well, I don't hate doing this. I love it! especially when we sing AHHHH it is so fun!" We both hear the end bell so we are free to leave. "Oh wow, the next performance will be the real deal" Dad kneels in front of me.
Zen: "And you will do a great job!"
---- TIME SKIP ----
It is the day of the performance and I am panicking backstage I did not expect so many people to show up. Dad was still getting into uniform and I was already ready for the first scene. Dad walked out in costume and saw me panicking.
Zen: "Lin are you okay?"
"Dad I-I don't know. There are so many people here." He walks over and gives me a hug
Zen: "You must be nervous huh?" I nod Dad then begins to take deep breaths. "Follow my lead. Everything will be fine" I take deep breaths with dad and in about 10 min I am back to normal. "feeling better?" He lets go of me and I sigh
"yea"
Zen: "Good. Remember Lin I am always here for you when you need it same with your mother and the rest of the RFA." we see the lights dim around us and I look up at dad he looks back at me. "You ready?" I nod and look out on the stage.
"Here I go. See you out there" Dad nods and walks away and I walk out onstage to give my monologue.
---- TIME SKIP ----
The musical is done and I walk outside with my dad to be greeted by compliments. I let dad have his moment with his fans and I walk away to another section of the room. I then am stopped.
???: "Excuse me but you are Lin Ryu right?" I turn around to see a person I have never seen before.
"Oh yes I am" I extended my hand "It is very nice to meet you"
???: "Oh wow" They shake my hand "I just wanted to say that your performance today was amazing! You really are gifted."
"Thank you very much. I worked hard so that my character would be as believable as possible."
???: "It was believable! The song you sang with Zen was my favorite part! You are his son right. Oh if you don't mind me asking." I laugh
"Yes, I am."
???: "You two must have a strong bond."
"Yes, we do. are you a fan of my father as well?" they nod
???: "I have been watching Zens musicals from the beginning and it is amazing how much he has grown. And now that his own son is doing acting as well it is all just so inspiring! Oh i'm sorry I sound like a nerd huh"
"No no not at all" Zen walks over and notices the person I am talking to.
Zen: "Oh Lin it looks like you have a fan"
Abby: "Oh I completely forgot to introduce myself. My name is Abby." Zen smiled
Zen: "She was one of my very first fans along with Ricka. I always see her at my performances."
Abby: "I can't help myself you are so inspiring and so good at what you do!" Abby looks at me "Lin has a talent Zen! He truly is amazing!"
Zen: "I know" I blush a little from embarrassment. Then I hear some familiar voices and turn around.
Abby: "Oh you probably want to say hi to your friends. I won't take up any more of your time. It was a pleasure meeting you Lin!" Abby walks away and Jaehee comes over excited.
Jaehee: "Zen! Lin! that was amazing!"
Zen: "Thanks, Jaehee"
Seven: "LIN!! YOU WHERE AMAZING!! I would argue better than Zen"
"No no I am not that good."
Seven: "But the song you two did together was fantastic! I am not typically into music like that but damn that was crazy!" I laugh
"You really thought I was that good!?"
Jaehee: "You have a gift Lin! And it is a vary amazing one at that!" I blush a little from embarrassment and thank jaehee. I then feel a thrust from behind me.
MC: "AHHH LIN I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!!!" I twist myself around to see mom crying from pride. I also see the rest of the RFA members.
"Thanks mom"
Jumin: "You really where fantastic Lin. I know you are hearing this a lot but you know I would only speak the truth." Mom let's me go and wipes her face.
"Thank you everyone. I knew you where all going to be there for me but I did not know you would get so emotional."
Yoosung: "How could we not! The character you portrayed was..... well IT WAS JUST AMAZING!!" Everyone was so happy and proud of me. And I couldn't help but smile. Dad hugs me.
Zen: "I hope you know how much all of us love you"
"Of corse I know how much you love me. I hope you know how much I love you guys!" I can hear dad smile "Dad?"
Zen: "What did I do to deserve such a amazing son." He stands up and I see he is crying a little. "I promise this is not from sadness but from happiness and pride" he wipes his tears away.
"You are so dramatic dad" I make a silly face.
Seven: "OH! Why don't we go out to celebrate Lin's first performance!"
Yoosung: "Yea!" Mom smiled and looked at Zen.
MC: "sounds good to me."
Zen: "Me too. Just let me and Lin get out of costume then we will meet you outside." Everyone leaves and me and dad head to the changing rooms. After we change we go to the front and Jumin insists on taking us to a lovely place to eat. Dad was not sure at first but gave up after a while of debate. I spend the rest of the day with the RFA and with the people I love. I could not ask for a better life.